Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid vaccine 'dose error' explained
Some trial volunteers were given shots half the planned strength, so how does that affect the results?
Nov. 26, 2020 • ~6 min
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Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine is cheaper than Pfizer's and Moderna's and doesn't require supercold temperature
There is now a third vaccine that prevents COVID-19 infections. It isn't quite as effective as the other two vaccines but it has advantages that may make it the frontrunner.
Nov. 24, 2020 • ~9 min
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Covid-19: Oxford University vaccine shows 70% protection
The large-scale trial is both a triumph and a disappointment, after other groups had better results.
Nov. 23, 2020 • ~5 min
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Moderna: Covid vaccine shows nearly 95% protection
The results add to growing confidence that vaccination can end the pandemic.
Nov. 16, 2020 • ~6 min
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Oxford: The soggy view from UK's oldest rain record
Like the country as a whole, Oxford's Radcliffe weather station recorded an extremely wet October.
Nov. 2, 2020 • ~5 min
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BCG: Can a vaccine from 1921 save lives from Covid-19?
Vaccines may cause wide-scale changes in the immune system which can boost the body's protection.
Oct. 11, 2020 • ~4 min
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Coronavirus: Oxford University vaccine trial paused after participant falls ill
AstraZeneca describes the pause in its keenly-awaited final clinical trials as routine.
Sept. 9, 2020 • ~6 min
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Giant space chamber installed in Oxfordshire
UK satellite manufacturers will soon have the use of one of the biggest test vessels in Europe.
June 17, 2020 • ~4 min
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Oxford University Museum of Natural History gives exhibits fresh look
The natural world specimens are being temporarily removed to make way for new display cabinets.
Feb. 11, 2020 • ~2 min
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